Dr. Phillip A. Williams, retired microbiologist, shares a lifetime of reflections on what works in educating young people. He discusses some models which have worked, and the types of changes it will take to improve the quality of public education systems for current and future generations.

Are schools failing our kids? Or are kids failing school?

Local and state governments, though often overshadowed by federal government, have tremendous impact on our quality of life. This podcast provides a valuable service by educating people on how to improve their own quality of life through civic engagement. Various organizations encourage residents to register and vote, but it does not appear that anyone is showing voters how to make good decisions when they do. It feels akin to hiring someone for a job without reviewing the job description. Local Matters changes that narrative by educating voters with short, clear, and unbiased civics lessons from a career local government professional, public speaker, and management consultant.

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